Stephanie Gonzalez | Nebulas: A Pop-Up Exhibit

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Nebulas by Stephanie Gonzalez is a body of work that explores the vast unknown — a reflection of both the cosmos and the current state of the world. Ethereal and luminous, these pieces focus on light, space, and the continuous cycle of transformation.

Nebulas are immense, glowing clouds of gas and dust — stellar nurseries where stars are born and remnants of those that have died. In this series, they serve as powerful metaphors for creation, destruction, evolution, and the interconnectedness of all things. Through these cosmic forms, I aim to express both personal and collective transformation, offering a visual meditation on resilience and regeneration.

Each work is created using acrylic paint and dye on paper. My process begins with a black background to represent the infinite void of space. Through a glazing technique with interference paints, I build luminous gas clusters that suggest movement and depth. For the stars, I apply a stippling method using a trio of acrylic markers to form consistent, radiant constellations.

Inspired by the current political climate, Nebulas seeks to bring a sense of peace amid chaos. Just as stars emerge from collapsing clouds, beauty can arise from breakdown. These works invite viewers to find light in the dark and to recognize the cycles of growth that come from both destruction and creation.

View images from Stephanie Gonzalez's 2025 exhibition Nebulas.

Biography:

Stephanie Gonzalez
Born in Monterrey, Mexico, in 1988, Stephanie Gonzalez's art journey is a fusion of Mexican and American influences. Inspired by her grandfather's admiration for Bob Ross, she began creating at 14. Stephanie's work evolved from landscapes to powerful abstractions, where she embraced intuition over technique.
Stephanie draws from her experiences, channeling her emotions into mixed media works using vintage magazines and discarded materials. After earning a Bachelor's in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Houston, she pursued a Master's in Fine Art at Houston Baptist University, broadening her scope to sculpture and conceptual art. Stephanie's art now graces international collections, including prestigious venues like Starwood Hotels and the CICA Museum in South Korea. Stephanie's work has been shown in museums such as The Masur Museum of Art in Louisiana and the Holocaust Museum in Houston, and she shows her work in various galleries around the U.S. She has received awards from the Glassell School of Art, Brownsville Museum of Fine Art, and Rising Eyes of Texas.
Her recent work explores geometric landscapes, delving into the spiritual and the interconnected. Stephanie Gonzalez's art continues to captivate and evolve, leaving an indelible mark on contemporary art.